summary

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What is the best summary of a passage?

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A summary captures the main idea and key details of a passage in a concise form.

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What is a key detail in a nonfiction text?

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A key detail is a piece of information that supports the main idea (central idea) of the text.

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What is the purpose of a graphic organizer when reading a passage?

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A graphic organizer helps to visually represent information and relationships within the text, aiding comprehension.

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What does it mean to summarize a passage?

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To summarize a passage means to restate the main idea and key details in your own words.

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What is the central idea of a text?

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The central idea is the main point or argument that the author is trying to convey in the text.

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How can you identify the main idea of a passage?

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The main idea can often be found in the topic sentence or can be inferred from the supporting details.

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What is the difference between a summary and a paraphrase?

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A summary condenses the main ideas into a shorter form, while a paraphrase restates the text in different words without condensing it.

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Why is it important to identify key details in a text?

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Identifying key details helps to understand and support the main idea, enhancing comprehension.

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What strategies can be used to determine the main idea of a passage?

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Strategies include looking for repeated ideas, identifying the topic sentence, and summarizing the text.

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What role do key details play in supporting the main idea?

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Key details provide evidence and examples that reinforce and clarify the main idea.